Q & A with Miss Universe Guam 2013

At first glance, Alixes Kara Scott is simply Miss Universe Guam 2013, a stunning young woman who will be representing our island as an ambassador. But this 18-year-old beauty is more than meets the eye. For Scott, being Miss Universe Guam 2013 is all about staying true to yourself, working towards your goals and making the best of every experience.

Q: What did it feel like to be crowned Miss Universe Guam 2013?

A:It was very surreal for me. I didn't expect to win, especially since I didn't run to win but for the experience. But in the end, I'm really proud of what I've done and where I've gotten, and I'm ready and excited to represent Guam.

Q:What made you run?

A:My family. I had an amazing support system throughout the whole experience. But I also wanted to join the pageant for myself. I wanted to better myself in the community and find who I truly I am. I guess that's why I've always wanted to join the pageants since I was young.

Q:As Miss Universe Guam 2013, you're a role model for the island's women. Who is your role model?

A:My mom. She's always been there for me. Seeing her and what she's done for me has given me a perspective showing me that women can do anything. I really want to thank her.

Q:What are your plans for after your reign as Miss Universe Guam 2013?

A:I want to pursue dermatology. Eventually I want to have my own practice and clinic on Guam.

Q:How has the Miss Universe Guam pageant helped you?

A:Just to join a pageant you have to have a lot of confidence in yourself. In the beginning, I could say I didn't have much confidence in myself. But now, I'm gaining more experience and it has improved by self esteem. When people see pageants, they think it's all about standing on the stage and looking pretty. But it's about a lot more than that. It's about finding yourself and being the person you are meant to be. (The pageant) has also taught me that it doesn't matter if it was just a little dream. Any dream can come true with hard work.

Q:What are you passionate about?

A:My passion is volleyball. I've played for four years now. I started off as a middle blocker and since the beginning I've been a starter for the team. It's something I definitely love, especially when the crowd is full during games. Hearing everyone really pumps me up. When I was on stage the night of the pageant, I related it to a volleyball game. That kept me leveled. I was nervous, but I had a lot of fun.

Q:What are your hobbies?

A:I love the ocean and being outdoors. I really love hiking and being on boats. I got into scuba diving my freshman year of high school because my dad has always been a scuba diving instructor. Now, I'm an advanced certified diver, and I eventually want to become a rescue diver. I should be working towards that this year.

Q:You'll be representing Guam in the Miss Universe pageant this November. How does it feel to be travelling to Russia?

A:I'm really excited to go to Russia especially because I love travelling. I want to be able to travel the world someday. I went to Europe this past summer, but I really want to visit the Bahamas and Africa one day.

Q:You're a new face to the pageant world. How did that feel?

A:Coming into a pageant with no experience, I have a lot to pick up on. I know I'm going to learn a lot from the girls who were raised in pageants and have more experience than me. I'm very open-minded and I'm going to take any input I can to benefit myself. Just like anything in life, you just need to be open-minded to get farther.

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Q & A with Miss Universe Guam 2013

At first glance, Alixes Kara Scott is simply Miss Universe Guam 2013, a stunning young woman who will be representing our island as an ambassador. But this 18-year-old beauty is more than meets the